IRS releases new guidance that could save parents money amid coronavirus outbreak
Americans who use a dependent-care account to pay for children's daycare or summer camp can likely now make mid-year changes to their plans, according to new guidance issued this week by the Internal Revenue Service.
Americans who use a dependent-care account to pay for children's daycare or summer camp can likely now make mid-year changes to their plans, according to new guidance issued this week by the Internal Revenue Service.
Coronavirus 'may never go away,' could become endemic like HIV, WHO official warns
The novel coronavirus might "never go away" and instead could take on a status similar to HIV or AIDS, according to a top official at the World Health Organization (WHO).
The novel coronavirus might "never go away" and instead could take on a status similar to HIV or AIDS, according to a top official at the World Health Organization (WHO).
Here’s how you can become a certified contact tracer in just a matter of hours
Johns Hopkins University has launched a new online course to make anyone a certified contact tracer in a matter of just hours. Contact tracing is a critical part to getting our economies back open safely and right now, state health departments are scrambling to hire.
Johns Hopkins University has launched a new online course to make anyone a certified contact tracer in a matter of just hours. Contact tracing is a critical part to getting our economies back open safely and right now, state health departments are scrambling to hire.
Child protection advocate in recovery mode after battling COVID-19
Right now, there’s no shortage of people who are struggling, from the sick to the unemployed to the children currently locked-down inside abusive homes.
Right now, there’s no shortage of people who are struggling, from the sick to the unemployed to the children currently locked-down inside abusive homes.
Maryland lifting stay at home order Friday; what that means for the state
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan announced on Wednesday that the state as a whole will begin the reopening process on Friday – but individual jurisdictions, such as the suburban counties surrounding D.C., will be granted flexibility for emerging from under the restrictions put in place to stall the novel coronavirus.
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan announced on Wednesday that the state as a whole will begin the reopening process on Friday – but individual jurisdictions, such as the suburban counties surrounding D.C., will be granted flexibility for emerging from under the restrictions put in place to stall the novel coronavirus.
Fauci urges caution on schools, warns against ‘cavalier’ idea that children are immune from COVID-19
Speaking at a Tuesday Senate hearing, Dr. Anthony Fauci had a sharp retort for Sen. Rand Paul after the Kentucky Republican said that Fauci was not the “end all” in knowledge about the coronavirus, and that it’s “kind of ridiculous” to suggest children should be kept out of school in the fall.
Speaking at a Tuesday Senate hearing, Dr. Anthony Fauci had a sharp retort for Sen. Rand Paul after the Kentucky Republican said that Fauci was not the “end all” in knowledge about the coronavirus, and that it’s “kind of ridiculous” to suggest children should be kept out of school in the fall.
House rescue package includes $25 billion for Postal Service
A new coronavirus aid package released Tuesday by House Democrats includes $25 billion for the cash-strapped U.S. Postal Service
A new coronavirus aid package released Tuesday by House Democrats includes $25 billion for the cash-strapped U.S. Postal Service
More than 4,000 health care workers from NY hospital hit hard by COVID-19 gifted free vacations
American Airlines has partnered with Hyatt Hotels Corporation to reward medical staff currently working at a New York City hospital hit hard by the novel coronavirus with complimentary vacations once they are able to take time off for themselves.
American Airlines has partnered with Hyatt Hotels Corporation to reward medical staff currently working at a New York City hospital hit hard by the novel coronavirus with complimentary vacations once they are able to take time off for themselves.
US could face COVID-19 rebound in 'darkest winter in modern history,' whistleblower scientist warns
America faces the “darkest winter in modern history” unless leaders act decisively to prevent a rebound of the coronavirus, says a government whistleblower who alleges he was ousted from his job for warning the Trump administration to prepare for the pandemic.
America faces the “darkest winter in modern history” unless leaders act decisively to prevent a rebound of the coronavirus, says a government whistleblower who alleges he was ousted from his job for warning the Trump administration to prepare for the pandemic.
Virginia, Maryland suburbs aligned with DC in COVID-19 response
The allure was tempting: Haircuts were to be had, as was the chance to drink a beer at an outdoor bar after governors in Maryland and Virginia agreed to loosen weekslong lockdown restrictions because of the coronavirus. But unlike other areas of the country that are itching to reopen, wealthy suburbs in those states are insisting on staying shut down.
The allure was tempting: Haircuts were to be had, as was the chance to drink a beer at an outdoor bar after governors in Maryland and Virginia agreed to loosen weekslong lockdown restrictions because of the coronavirus. But unlike other areas of the country that are itching to reopen, wealthy suburbs in those states are insisting on staying shut down.
Virus spikes could emerge weeks after US economic reopenings
U.S. states are beginning to restart their economies after months of paralyzing coronavirus lockdowns, but it could take weeks until it becomes clear whether those reopenings will cause a spike in COVID-19 cases, experts said Wednesday.
U.S. states are beginning to restart their economies after months of paralyzing coronavirus lockdowns, but it could take weeks until it becomes clear whether those reopenings will cause a spike in COVID-19 cases, experts said Wednesday.
Trump presses for schools to reopen, takes dig at Fauci
The president accused Fauci of wanting “to play all sides of the equation," a comment that suggested he is tiring of the nation's top infectious disease expert.
The president accused Fauci of wanting “to play all sides of the equation," a comment that suggested he is tiring of the nation's top infectious disease expert.
Chefs say get ready to pay more at your favorite restaurants
Prices for food are going up — so get ready to pay more.
Prices for food are going up — so get ready to pay more.
Grocery store prices rose last month amid COVID-19 pandemic
The price index for meats, poultry, fish and eggs increased the most, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The price index for meats, poultry, fish and eggs increased the most, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Gov Northam says when northern Virginia counties reopen they will do so collectively
A day after delaying northern Virginia's reopening until May 29, Governor Ralph Northam told FOX 5 that when the region does reopen it will do so collectively.
A day after delaying northern Virginia's reopening until May 29, Governor Ralph Northam told FOX 5 that when the region does reopen it will do so collectively.
Virginia Gov confirms Friday phase 1 reopening for most of state, Northern Virginia delayed for 2 weeks
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam confirmed on Wednesday that most of the state will enter phase 1 of its reopening plan on Friday, but Northern Virginia will remain under the current restrictions until May 29 at least.
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam confirmed on Wednesday that most of the state will enter phase 1 of its reopening plan on Friday, but Northern Virginia will remain under the current restrictions until May 29 at least.
How to pay off debt while unemployed during coronavirus
Unemployment and debt are major concerns during the Coronavirus pandemic. Here are some options to help you stay afloat.
Unemployment and debt are major concerns during the Coronavirus pandemic. Here are some options to help you stay afloat.
Harvard study finds DC is far below where it should be on COVID-19 testing
The District's stay-at-home order will now run until June 8. It was due to expire this Friday.
The District's stay-at-home order will now run until June 8. It was due to expire this Friday.
Chance the Rapper to perform in livestreamed concert to support small businesses amid COVID-19 pandemic
Donations made during the concert will benefit the Local Initiatives Support Corporation’s (LISC) Verizon Small Business Recovery Fund.
Donations made during the concert will benefit the Local Initiatives Support Corporation’s (LISC) Verizon Small Business Recovery Fund.
Boy Scouts banned from planting American flags on veterans' graves for Memorial Day due to coronavirus
A longtime Memorial Day weekend tradition to honor veterans is now canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, but there are persisting calls to bring it back.
A longtime Memorial Day weekend tradition to honor veterans is now canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, but there are persisting calls to bring it back.